Katahn - Nerwa, Shimla
Katahn is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 144 km from Shimla. Deiya Dochi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katahn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katahn is 025789. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Katahn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katahn
As per Census 2011, Katahn village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 54 males and 69 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,277 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katahn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Katahn
Katahn is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katahn
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katahn.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Katahn is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katahn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katahn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katahn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katahn village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katahn
Where is Katahn located?
Katahn village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katahn?
The Gram Panchayat of Katahn is Deiya Dochi.
What is the pincode of Katahn?
The pincode of Katahn is 171210.
What is the population of Katahn?
Katahn has a total population of 123, including 54 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Katahn?
There are 23 households in Katahn.
What is the literacy rate in Katahn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katahn is 60.16%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 57.97%.